Chukwubuikem Ikwuemesi is a versatile forward in Italy's top flight Serie A, currently plying his trade for Salernitana. Adaptable as a traditional centre-forward or playing out wide, the 22-year-old Nigerian international demonstrates manifest potential, even while bearing the brunt of a demanding league.
Ikwuemesi's greatest strength, perhaps marked by his flexible role across the attacking line, lies in his ability to carry the ball progressively - a trait that ranks him in the top 56% amongst his peers. This ability to shuttle his team ahead on offensive charges is commendable, yet it's an island of distinction in a sea of regularity. His chance creation and goal threat both hover around the average percentile; neither a liability nor a leading strength.
However, his glaring weaknesses lie in his lackluster passing game and distressing lack of efficiency in front of the goal. It's unusual for a top-flight striker to register such a low goal-per-90 rate - a mere 3.64%, ranking him at the very bottom of the pool. Similarly, his pass accuracy per 90 is alarmingly poor at only 7.27%.
In conclusion, Ikwuemesi is a young, energetic forward who has much to improve upon. His ball-carrying prowess is a valuable asset for Salernitana, yet his pass efficiency and striking aptitude need significant enhancement to meet the demands of Serie A. His potential is apparent; the task lies in translating that into consistent, high-calibre performances on the pitch.
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In the 2023-2024 season, Chukwubuikem Ikwuemesi took 22 shots, scoring 1 goals. This output came from an Expected Goals (xG) of 2.43, averaging 0.11 xG per shot.
Right Foot: 1 goals from 13 shots. A 7.69% conversion rate. 0.14 xG per shot.
Left Foot: 0 goals from 4 shots. A 0.0% conversion rate. 0.02 xG per shot.
Headers: 0 goals from 5 headed attempts. A 0.0% conversion rate. 0.09 xG per shot.
